I got my mammogram results back! I am OK. My breasts are fibroglandular, which is not uncommon, and anything that appears suspicious hasn't changed over the past two years.* Yes, there is something going on with my lymph nodes, but since it's consistent on both sides, I don't have to worry any more about cancer.
I will follow up with my doctor. Because just because we know what it's not doesn't mean we know what it is.
But I don't have to do it now. This week I have two medical appointments scheduled -- suspicious mole and a dental followup -- and that's enough for now.
For now, I'll just be grateful that I'm OK. And I am. Very, very grateful.
*Which is why I'm so fortunate I was able to get into this
hospital, where I've been having my mammograms done for decades. The
doctor was able to compare 2020 to 2019 and 2018 immediately because the
files were at her fingertips.
These are the thoughts and observations of me — a woman of a certain age. (Oh, my, God, I'm 65!) I'm single. I'm successful enough (independent, self supporting). I live just outside Chicago, the best city in the world. I'm an aunt and a friend. I feel that voices like mine are rather underrepresented online or in print. So here I am. If my musings resonate with you, please visit my blog again sometime.
Phew! What a relief. Now, to figure out the lymph issue.
ReplyDeleteSounds like a book for the pile. Glad you got some results on the mammogram - it's good to get good news.
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